for Thursday, March 28, 2024

Jewish Law ›

0 Jewish Law Ethics

Is Silence Complicity?: An Analysis of Shtikah Ke-Hoda’ah from Classic Halakhah to Current Events

Moshe Kurtz in Lehrhaus

Silence is often viewed as complicity or admission, raising questions about when the principle of shtikah ke-hodaah applies in Jewish law and ethics, especially in light of current events and beyond.

0 Jewish Law Philosophy

God and the Jewish People: A Love Story

Gary Rosenblatt in Between The Lines

Rabbi Shai Held's new book, "Judaism Is About Love," challenges the common perception of Judaism as focused solely on laws and justice, arguing that love, compassion, and empathy are the core values of Jewish life.

Communities ›

0 Communities Politics

Joe Lieberman's rabbi on the senator who was 'one of us'

Louis Keene in Forward

Rabbi Daniel Cohen of Congregation Agudath Sholom in Stamford, Connecticut, reflects on his congregant, the late Sen. Joseph Lieberman, who passed away at 82.

0 Communities Jewish Law

Why Reform and Liberal Judaism are stronger together

Jewish Chronicle

Reform and Liberal Judaism are considering joining forces to create a unified Progressive entity, rooted in the desire to modernize and adapt Jewish practices to contemporary beliefs and values.

0 Communities Politics

Sorry, Charlotte Church. I’m a fan. But thing is, I’m also Jewish

, David Baddiel in Jewish Chronicle

The text discusses a disagreement between the author, a Jewish individual, and Charlotte Church regarding a podcast episode where the author made light of a choir singing a pro-Palestinian song.

0 Communities

Yitzchok Rosenberg // Kings Fish Tank and Maintenance, Inc.

Nesanel Gantz in Ami

Yitzchok Rosenberg, a Chasidic man in the fish tank business, shares his journey of turning his childhood passion for fish into a successful business providing high-end tank installations and maintenance services.

Politics ›

0 Politics Israel

‘Until a ceasefire’: Nonstop protest rocks the Israeli Embassy — and the neighborhood beyond

Lauren Markoe in Forward

Protesters have been stationed outside the Israeli Embassy in Washington, D.C., for a month, demonstrating against the ongoing conflict and calling for a ceasefire.

0 Politics Israel

The President’s War Against the Jews

Julie Strauss Levin in Tablet

In a series of events starting from October 7, some American Jews have observed a perceived shift in President Biden's stance towards Israel, with concerns escalating regarding his actions that seem detrimental to Israel's interests.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Israel on the Front Lines

Manuel Valls in Tablet

The text discusses the global confrontation between liberal democracy and populism/totalitarianism that threatens universal values.

0 Politics Leadership

Joseph Lieberman, centrist senator and first Jew on a major presidential ticket, dies at 82

Ron Kampeas in JTA

Joseph Lieberman, a centrist senator from Connecticut and the first Jewish member of a major presidential ticket in 2000 as Al Gore's running mate, has passed away at 82.

0 Politics Israel

Israeli defense minister Yoav Gallant emphasizes importance of US-Israel ties as Netanyahu criticizes Biden administration

Ron Kampeas in JTA

Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant stressed the vital U.S.-Israeli alliance during his visit to Washington, contrasting with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's criticism of the Biden administration's stance on Israel's military actions.

0 Politics

In Trump’s USA Bible, a reminder of his biggest moments with his ‘favorite book’

PJ Grisar in Forward

Donald Trump is now endorsing the God Bless The USA Bible, selling for $60, which includes the King James version and the Constitution to "keep Americans protected."

0 Politics Israel

Forced to Fight. Still. With No End in Sight.

Jewdicious

The article discusses the ongoing challenges faced by Israel, including pressure for a cease-fire, dissatisfaction with political leadership, and the emotional toll of conflict.

0 Politics Leadership

Letters to the editor, March 29 2024

, The JC in Jewish Chronicle

Various letters to the editor discuss different aspects of Jewish communal leadership and events.

0 Politics Israel

Howard Kohr, longtime AIPAC director, announces retirement

Ron Kampeas in JTA

Howard Kohr, the CEO of the influential American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) since 1996, has announced his retirement by the end of the year.

0 Politics Israel

October 7 destroyed the myth that settlers are the cause of all Israel’s problems

Jewish Chronicle

The author discusses how the attack on Israel on October 7 debunked the myth that Israeli settlers are the root cause of all problems in the region.

0 Politics Israel

Stopping arms sales to Israel would harm the UK

Jewish Chronicle

Amid calls to suspend arms sales to Israel following recent events, such as the October 7 atrocities, concerns have been raised about the practical implications and potential harm it could cause to the UK.

0 Politics Israel

What Do Americans Really Think About Israel? // A recent poll shows some light amid the darkness

Yossi Krausz in Ami

A recent Pew Research Center survey indicates that while Israel is facing some challenges in public opinion due to ongoing conflicts and PR struggles, overall, Americans still view Israelis more sympathetically than Palestinians.

0 Politics Israel

What Do Americans Really Think About Israel? // A recent poll shows some light amid the darkness

Yossi Krausz in Ami

Despite recent criticism and PR challenges facing Israel in the US, a Pew Research Center survey suggests that Israel still enjoys more support among Americans than anticipated, with most Americans viewing Israelis more sympathetically than Palestinians.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Pennsylvania AG candidate Jared Solomon bets fighting antisemitism is good policy — and good politics

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider

Pennsylvania state Rep. Jared Solomon, a candidate for attorney general, has made the fight against antisemitism a central part of his platform, emphasizing his Jewish identity and commitment to combating hate crimes.

0 Politics Leadership

Joe Lieberman, Conn. senator and first Jewish VP nominee, dead at 82

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider

Joe Lieberman, a former Connecticut senator and the first Jewish vice-presidential nominee, has passed away at 82.

0 Politics Israel

What’s behind Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s ‘firm’ support for Hamas?

Shira Li Bartov in JTA

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's strong support for Hamas manifests in public rhetoric and diplomatic spats with Israel, but scholars suggest a more nuanced reality.

Music ›

0 Music Culture

The Fable of Fania

Matti Leshem in Tablet

Larry Harlow, the son of Jewish parents in the Latin music scene, played a key role in the success of Fania Records, a groundbreaking label that defined Latin music in the 1970s.

0 Music Holocaust

Jewish Life Stories: Harry Belafonte’s Jewish wife, and the man who repaired Holocaust violins

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA

The article discusses the lives and achievements of several individuals in the Jewish community.

Art ›

0 Art Gender/Identity

For Ladies and Girls Only

Rokhl Kafrissen in Tablet

The text discusses the author's experience visiting Judy Chicago's retrospective exhibition, "Herstory," at the New Museum in New York City, reflecting on Chicago's feminist art, particularly "The Dinner Party," which celebrates female figures through vulvar forms.

0 Art Culture

How Richard Serra found infinity within the void

Talya Zax in Forward

Renowned artist Richard Serra, known for his monumental sculptures, passed away at 85.

Israel ›

0 Israel Politics

From ‘bear hug’ to barbs, how the U.S. and Israel differ on taking Rafah

Ruth Marks Eglash in Jewish Insider

Tensions between the U.S. and Israel have emerged over approaches to dealing with the conflict in Gaza, with the U.S. prioritizing Palestinian civilian safety and pressuring Israel to avoid a major military operation in Rafah, Hamas stronghold.

0 Israel Science

Israeli-American Nobelist Daniel Kahneman, who reframed economic decision-making, dies at 90

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA

Israeli-American Nobel laureate Daniel Kahneman, known for revolutionizing economic decision-making, passed away at 90.

0 Israel Prayer

I spent months praying for a single Israeli hostage. Yesterday, I found out he's dead.

Jodi Rudoren in Forward

The author reflects on the emotional journey of praying for an Israeli hostage, Uriel Baruch, only to find out he was killed rather than kidnapped, adding a personal connection they felt through shared birthdays and interactions with Baruch's family.

0 Israel Jewish Law

The Lost Boys

Emes Ve-Emunah

The ongoing debate in Israel regarding Charedi military exemptions during times of war is causing a rift between Charedim and the rest of the country.

0 Israel Sports

Israel? Feisty, brash – yep, same as ever

Jewish Chronicle

Despite the ongoing conflicts and signs of war, a recent visit to Israel revealed to the writer that the country remains vibrant and resilient.

0 Israel Politics

15 Talmudic Lessons for the Israel-Hamas War

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

The article discusses how Talmudic teachings can offer insights into the Israel-Hamas war and its impact.

0 Israel

Meditations on the Trauma of Jews, Israelis, and Palestinians

Jay Michaelson in Future of Jewish

The essay discusses the convergence of political and emotional turmoil experienced in the context of Israel, the Palestinians, and the Jewish community, particularly highlighted through a controversy involving an article critical of Israel in a leftist literary journal.

Holocaust ›

0 Holocaust Antisemitism

Steven Spielberg Just Gave an Incredibly Timely Speech about Antisemitism

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

Este fin de semana, Steven Spielberg pronunció un poderoso discurso en la Universidad del Sur de California, donde fue honrado por su labor en preservar la memoria del Holocausto a través de la Fundación Shoah que fundó.

0 Holocaust Television/Film

Hulu’s ‘We Were the Lucky Ones’ uncovers a Jewish family’s buried past under the Nazis

Shira Li Bartov in JTA

"Georgia Hunter's novel 'We Were the Lucky Ones' delves into her own Jewish family's hidden Holocaust history, following their survival across continents during World War II. The book has now been adapted into a Hulu series, highlighting the Kurc family's remarkable journey through persecution, exile, and ultimate resilience. The show sets itself apart by exploring the period before the Final Solution, showcasing the family's struggles beyond the death camps. Hunter's research journey and connection to her Jewish heritage have been profound, revealing a newfound identity rooted in her family's survival story. The series emphasizes themes of luck, resilience, and love amidst profound tragedy, offering a poignant portrayal of survival and hope."

Sports ›

0 Sports Communities

Can you discuss a Jewish NHL player's 50-goal season without noting his 'insanely rich' family?

Louis Keene in Forward

Zach Hyman, a Jewish NHL player for the Edmonton Oilers, recently achieved a significant milestone by scoring his 50th goal of the season, becoming the first Jewish hockey player to do so.

Antisemitism ›

0 Antisemitism Education

Columbia investigating ‘Resistance 101’ student event where speakers praised Hamas

Luke Tress in JTA

Columbia University is investigating an event where speakers expressed support for Palestinian terror groups and encouraged armed resistance against Israel.

0 Antisemitism Education

Meet the playwright who doesn’t think free speech is sacred

Jewish Chronicle

Playwright Paul Grellong's drama "Power of Sail" tackles the theme of platforming extremists on university campuses, exploring the blurred lines between free speech and hate speech.

0 Antisemitism Politics

New York Republican lawmakers unveil plan to combat antisemitism ahead of budget vote

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward

New York Republican lawmakers are advocating for measures to combat antisemitism by proposing increased funding for security and educational programs, enhancing hate crimes legislation, and implementing stricter laws to address antisemitic incidents.

0 Antisemitism

The NHS must act now to stamp out bigotry

Jewish Chronicle

Since the Hamas terror attacks on October 7, there has been a notable surge in antisemitism within British medicine, as evidenced by increased reports to the General Medical Council (GMC) and the Jewish Medical Association UK (JMA).

0 Antisemitism Politics

American Jewish philanthropists should put their own oxygen masks on first

Rachel Kohn in eJewishPhilanthropy

In a thought-provoking essay, the authors urge American Jewish philanthropists to prioritize their own security and well-being amid rising threats by adopting a self-preservation approach reminiscent of the airplane oxygen mask analogy.

0 Antisemitism Communities

Purim, Pesach and prosemitism

Rachel Kohn in eJewishPhilanthropy

Amidst the Purim-to-Pesach holiday season, Rabbi Moshe Hauer reflects on the current prevalence of prosemitism and its impact on Jewish identity.

0 Antisemitism Sports

New York Jets star Sauce Gardner says his ‘intentions were positive’ when he said that Jews ‘run the world’

Jacob Gurvis in JTA

New York Jets cornerback Sauce Gardner unintentionally echoed an antisemitic trope during a livestream with Jewish influencer Adin Ross by saying Jews run the world.

0 Antisemitism Education

'Schools are not doing enough': California proposal would ban calling for genocide on campus

Louis Keene in Forward

A new bill in California seeks to ban calling for genocide on public college and university campuses as part of efforts to combat antisemitism.

0 Antisemitism Education

UC Santa Barbara, where Jewish student president was accused of supporting ‘genocide,’ is subject of new Title VI investigation

Andrew Lapin in JTA

The U.S. Department of Education is launching a discrimination investigation into UC Santa Barbara following an incident where the Jewish student body president, Tessa Veksler, was targeted with inflammatory signs accusing her of supporting genocide.

Food ›

0 Food Communities

Williamsburg Israeli restaurant Mesiba lives up to its name, which means ‘party’ in Hebrew

Julia Gergely in JTA

Mesiba, an Israeli restaurant in Williamsburg, owned by Miami-based Bar Lab, offers a vibrant dining experience with music, large communal tables, and a variety of Israeli-inspired dishes.

Culture ›

0 Culture Antisemitism

‘If Freud was alive today he would rage against all this cancel culture’

Hilary Freeman in Jewish Chronicle

Frank Tallis, an author and psychoanalyst, discusses his fascination with Jewish figures like Sigmund Freud, Gustav Mahler, and Stanley Kubrick, who had complex relationships with their Jewish identity.

0 Culture Language

Asian descendants of hidden Jews maintain their languages

Dor Shabashewitz in Forward

Descendants of hidden Jews in Asia, particularly the Macanese in Macau, China, and the Kristang people in Singapore and Malaysia, are mixed-heritage creole communities who maintain unique languages inherited from their Sephardic Jewish ancestors forced to convert to Catholicism in the 16th century to escape the Inquisition.

0 Culture Antisemitism

Modi, a comedian popular with Orthodox crowds, has a new special. He wants non-Jews to watch, too.

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA

Comedian Modi Rosenfeld, known for entertaining Orthodox Jewish audiences, released a new comedy special aiming to attract non-Jewish viewers as well.

Literature ›

0 Literature Education

Wingate winner Elizabeth McCracken: ‘My fear is being boring in the service of accuracy’

Claire Allfree in Jewish Chronicle

Elizabeth McCracken, the recent winner of the Wingate Prize, discusses her novel "The Hero of This Book" and its exploration of her Jewish mother's identity.

History ›

0 History Prayer

Site Unseen // (A little) progress at The Time

Avi Shafran in Ami

The author discusses the challenges faced by The New York Times in accurately portraying the significance of the Temple Mount in Judaism.

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